Grimm – Bromantic cage match!

“How long will it take us to do 10 miles? “ — Nick
“It depends on how fast we drive. “ – Hank

Three things Grimm has taught me:

#1. NEVER own a house in the woods.

#2. NEVER go outside … in the woods/in the middle of the night.

#3. NEVER rescue your pet … in the woods/in the middle of the night.

Even if Michael weren’t traveling today, I still would’ve wrestled  him to cover this week’s Grimm. As you know, I’m all about the bromance. This week’s episode, “Last Grimm Standing”, featured both Nick and Monroe captured by cage-fighting Vesen. Am I reading too much bromance into it if I point out Nick spent his three-year anniversary with Monroe and NOT Juliet?

Overall, I enjoyed this week. In accordance with what David Greenwalt stated in our conference call and based on what we saw last week, they’re continuing to vary the Grimm formula. I love that for the first time Nick DOESN’T go to Monroe for archaic knowledge, but his captain. Also, for the first time we see Monroe go to Nick. I like that Monroe acknowledged Nick’s trust concerning the Grimm VW; but, they still haven’t discussed Monroe’s killing a man for Nick.

Although Monroe supports the Grimm master plan 150%, Nick takes Monroe for granted. Monroe laid out $100 this week and  $200 last time (clock repair isn’t THAT lucrative). Plus, Nick still hasn’t paid Monroe back from “Organ Grinder.” Also, what was up with Nick almost taking Monroe’s shield off before the fight?! I suspect Nick uses Monroe more like an informant and less like a friend. Not all the time, but some of the time. And, that concerns me.

Regardless, I definitely enjoy Nick’s continuing growth. Watching him step it up in the cage match without breaking a sweat impressed me. Who woulda thunk he had it in him? Although it still seemed TOO easy. I typically enjoy David Giuntoli’s subtle style because he doesn’t force the interpretation or character personality. But, I doubly love when his character’s confidence as a Grimm quietly peeks through.

Although Nick missed his anniversary, clearly the writers don’t plan on dropping the marriage plot. But, WHAT?!, Nick kept the ring in his sock drawer? Seriously? If he and Juliet ever have kids, he SHOULD NOT hide the Christmas presents. I don’t quite understand Nick’s belief that his life as a Grimm will separate him from Juliet. How does it differ from his job as a cop, especially since the two coincide? On both counts, he hunts down baddies. The only difference is the Vesen baddies are our fairytales come to life. After all, the ogre attacked him for what he did (cop), not for who he was (a Grimm). So, at this point, I don’t think he needs to ‘confess.’   Interestingly, it looks like Juliet  might regret marrying a cop more than marrying a Grimm.

Notes:

• Where is Reggie  Lee? I miss his adorkable snark.
• I  sense a new trend: evil Vesen in authoritative positions. The minute the parole officer appeared, I assumed that he, like the doctor in the Hansel and Gretel piece, used his job to hand-pick his victims.
• I’m glad to see that Greenwalt and company are listening to our posts. So, as a hint, I’m still waiting for the episode featuring Nick and Hank trapped  at a shirtless sweat lodge.
• Finally, a black Vesen! But, seriously, did we need to watch three white guys lasso and then drag him with ropes? Um, clearly, they didn’t see this week’s 30 Rock. One more thing Grimm taught me? Don’t exercise.
• The captain is royalty? Nice. I loved the confession scene. Is it just me, or do the evil fairytale people make the best administrators? The captain keeps his city clean (albeit in disturbing ways) and Regina runs a tight mayoral ship in Once Upon a Time.
• The awesome cinematography including the sumptuous outdoor shots and the eerie warehouse shots all continue to rock. I especially loved the old school camera work. Not seeing the priest in full Vesen mode while spreading his “wrath” off-camera felt scarier.  I am always glad when  the directors and producers don’t overdo Vesen appearances.
• I loved seeing Monroe’s inner wolf and I hope to see more subtle glances at his inner darkness.

Clacked by An Nicholson
on Feb 25, 2012 @ 09:36 EST5EDT